1987 Opel Kadett vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 251 kg more than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Kadett | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Kadett | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
